Lonny Mar/Apr 2011 Issue

Lonny's March/April 2011 issue is now live & it is a cracker as we say here in Australia. It is full of beautiful interiors & features on FEED founder Lauren Bush, Kelly Wearstler & ceramicist Josh Herman to name but a few.

Here are a few of my favourite interior pics from the issue.

There is so much more to drool over in this issue of Lonny, so go check it out.

Sandy K

[above mages via Lonny]

Dabble - Mar/Apr 2011

Welcome to Dabble, the newest kid on the lifestyle e-magazine scene. As the cover  shows, this is essentially an e-magazine with an equal mix of design, travel & food.

Founder & Editor in Chief Kimberley Seldon of Kimberley Seldon Design Group, has gathered together a team of contributors who are highly qualified in their respective industries. As a result, the premiere issue of Dabble is one of consistently high quality information.

The travel section is also wonderfully informative as is the food section. But as I'm mainly interested in design I've only chosen to show you an eclectic peek at some of the interiors shown in the issue.

Looking forward to the next issue.

Sandy K

[above images via Dabble]

Covet Garden Issue 8

Covet Garden Issue 8 is now live. This issue takes a look at the Toronto west-end home of Tomi & Karim. The light, bright, calm space has been largely renovated by Karim who is an editor, director & compositor with Tomi, a graphic designer, adding her touch in the finishes.

Tomi's sparse design & the pale blue palette contribute greatly to the sense of calm & relaxation which this 100 year old home evokes. Although sparsely decorated, the objects to be found in the home reflect the couples' history & cultural backgrounds (Karim's Moroccan heritage & Tomi's Croatian roots).

It's a lovely abode that I imagine all who walk through its' door instantly feel at home in.

Covet Garden continues to bring us "real" homes. Go check it out.

Sandy K

[above image via Covet Garden]

Matchbook - March 2011 Issue No. 2

Matchbook Issue No. 2 is now live. I like the cover of this issue more than the first as I find it more contemporary & the colour really grabs my attention. The cover of the first issue was more dated than I had hoped.

I've had a brief flick through the 168 page issue and it looks very interesting. Highlights of this issue includes interviews with some very interesting people such as Pamela Keogh - author of Audrey Style, Jackie Style, Elvis Style & the recently released Are You A Jackie Or A Marilyn? I own the first three books & must say that if you are an Audrey fan, the Audrey Style book is wonderful.

Other personalities of note to be found are fashion's "prince of colour" - Chris Benz, who is this issue's cover subject. Graphic design maven, Abby Clawson Low, who previously worked as the Senior Art Director for the Kate & Jack Spade brands features also. Abby now heads her own design studio HI + LOW as well as being a partner of Partners & Spade which is Andy Spade's & Anthony Sperdutti's studio & concept store.

Kelly Galvin Robson of online vintage shop High Street Market makes an appearance as do Candice Pool & Soraya Sichenstedt of Finn Jewelry.

But there's so much more. So go take a look at Matchbook. It's a great read.

Sandy K

[above image via Matchbook]

Ivy & Piper - The Love Issue 2011

What a week for lifestyle e-magazines! Aussie e-magazine, Ivy & Piper, just went live with their Love Issue.

The team of Ivy & Piper comprises Elizabeth Raptis (co-founder & editor) of the blog Chichi & Luxe, Melanie Parker (co-founder & editor) & Stuart Parker (director of photography). Elizabeth & Melanie are also the founders of the Ivy & Piper homewares store which provides "fashion for the home".

There are some gorgeous interiors featured including not just residential but interesting commercial interiors including David Hicks (the Aus one, not the British one). Also featured are Manhattan based jewellery designer Devon Haire of Devon Baer Designs, artist Mariska Meijers from Amsterdam, Arizona based interior designer Jamie Herzlinger of Jamie Herzlinger Interior Design, Australia based Diane Bergeron of Diane Bergeron Interiors and Melissa Hawks of luxury home decor online retailer & blog The Well Appointed House.

Not only can you browse the Love Issue online, but you can also buy a hard copy of this issue & back issues by Ivy & Piper from MagCloud.

Sandy K

[above image via Ivy & Piper Love Issue]

High Gloss - Premier Issue Feb/Mar 2011

High Gloss debuts today with its' highly anticipated premier issue. The team behind High Gloss include blogging heavyweights, Paloma Contreras (founder & editor in chief) of La Dolce Vita & Erin Gates (editor) of  Elements of Style. The other founding team members include, Shannon Wollack (editor) of the boutique business Life.Style. by Shannon Wollack which provides"exclusive personal shopping & styling services for an elite clientele, Kyle Knight (editor & director of advertising) of Knight Moves, Lauren Rauter (editor) of the stationery boutique & custom stationery line Rock Paper Scissors & Ashley Steen (art director) of Orchard 11.

Well, what do I have to say? OMG! This is an unbelievable debut from the team. Just astonishing. So many lust worthy items & then we get to the interiors that are to die for. I am blown away by the awesomeness of this new production. I want all of the items featured & would be more than happy to live in any of the homes featured.

Bring on the next issue!

Congratulations to the team for producing a stunning magazine that just exceeds expectations.

Sandy K

[above image via High Gloss]

Covet Garden Issue 7

Covet Garden Issue 7 is now live. This publication usually garners raves from me, but this issue left me a little disappointed. Although I found the couple featured, Alexx & Paul, very interesting & highly likeable, I wanted to see more of their home. This issue is probably the lightest of all Covet Garden's issue with respect to photos of the home's interior.

The quality of the production is first class, the writing is excellent & the subject matter always intriguing.

The issue is definitely still worth perusing, but I just wanted more.

Sandy K

[above image via Covet Garden]

Adore Home - British Edition Feb/Mar 2011 (Issue 3)

Adore Home is a relative newcomer to the lifestyle e-magazine stable. You wouldn't know it based on the cover of this issue, but Adore Home is an Australian based title.

The British Edition is in fact the third issue of this title. Although heavy on all things Britannia, as you would expect in a British Edition, it's not one just for the Anglophiles. Several prominent Aussie bloggers feature in this issue such as Kellie from Ada & Darcy, Louise from Table Tonic & Viv from ish & chi. Also there's a fabulous kids rooms feature & the homes shown are of "real" people & styles that are attainable whatever your budget may be. There is a mouthwatering High Tea feature which not only has delicious recipes, but equally sumptuous photos. The travel section definitely beckons one to London especially in the Spring/Summer - I need to go back!

I'm overwhelmed by the number of quality lifestyle/interiors e-magazines that are now available. I'm proud that Australia is at the forefront with a publication like Adore Home.

Congratulations to founder & creator of Adore Home, designer Loni Parker on a fantastic issue. Looking forward to the next issue!

Sandy K

[above image via Adore Home]

Matchbook - February 2011 Issue No. 1

Meet Matchbook. Matchbook is a new e-magazine just launched two days ago.

Matchbook describes itself as "an online lifestyle publication celebrating classics - shaken & stirred. Our monthly issues cover past & present fashion, decor, the arts, travel & culture. Brimming with intriguing interviews, stately homes, captivating memoirs & swoon-worthy fashion spreads, Matchbook seeks to inspire women around the globe to design a life they adore. From lipstick to letterpress, gelato to grosgrain, & Paris to Peru, consider us your field guide to a charmed life."

Looks very interesting & a nice balance of topics covered. Great to see a new e-magazine with fabulous content available. It's a very high quality publication that I'm sure I will return to again & again.

Congratulations to Katie Armour (co-founder & editorial director) of the blog The Neo-Traditionalist, Jane Lilly Warren (co-founder & creative director) of the blog Lox Papers & Fallon Hogerty (associate editor) of the blog A Lovely Being, for a fantastic debut issue!

Check out Matchbook for yourself.

Sandy K

[above images via Matchbook]

Rue - Jan/Feb 2011 Issue 3

Issue 3 of Rue has just gone live. The cover I must say is not to my taste. Although a beautiful pic in its' own right, I think there a numerous better options to be found throughout this issue.

I've had a quick flick through, & there appears to be numerous closeup shots. A broader perspective would have been nice to get an overall feel of some of the spaces showcased. The first half of the issue was skim worthy, but the issue really picks up in the second half. Some of the interiors are very lust worthy indeed.

Go have a look at this issue. There's something for everyone.

Sandy K

P.S. I'm on holidays at the moment in Australia's style capital of Melbourne. Having a great time. I promise my posting will pickup pace when I return.

[above image via Rue]

Lonny Jan/Feb 2011 Issue

Lonny Jan/Feb Issue

Lonny just went live in the past few hours or so. I've yet to peruse it as I'm on my lunch break & have dashed home to grab a bite. I'll take a good look later tonight. Let me know what your thoughts are on the issue.

Sandy K

[above image via Lonny]

Covet Garden Issue 6

Covet Garden Issue 6 is now live. This issue takes a look at photographer Tracy Shumate's studio/home which is located within a converted factory. It's a minimalist space but has such a degree of flexibility that it allows Tracy to constantly change her surroundings.

In other news from this issue, the Covet Garden team is launching a blog. The Covet Garden blog will be up and running from the 15th January 2011. As yet there is no direct link to the blog, but I for one will be adding it to my daily reader as soon as possible. Can't wait to see more from the team.

Sandy K

[above pic via Covet Garden]

Blog Love: What Katie Ate

If you haven't checked out Katie Quinn's extraordinary blog, What Katie Ate, do yourself a favour & head over there now.

Katie has put together a phenomenal Christmas post in the form of an online magazine. Holing out at a whopping 495 pages, the What Katie Ate Christmas blog post/magazine, is a visual feast for the eyes with gorgeous pics & mouthwatering recipes from a host of contributors from all corners of the globe.

Wow, wow & wow.

Well done Katie!

Just brilliant.

Sandy K

[above images via What Katie Ate]

Covet Garden Issue 5

Covet Garden Issue 5 is now live. Take a peek inside Daniel & Ben's beautiful row home in Toronto.

Daniel & Ben are world traveller's whose home reflects their exhaustive travels in a simple yet refined way. Definitely worth a look.

Sandy K

[above image from Covet Garden]

Lonny December Mini Holiday Issue

Lonny has produced a "Mini" Holiday issue for December. There's nothing "mini" about it. It's a good 189 pages & having a super quick flick through, looks pretty good to me. Their cover also seems to be on trend with a tablecloth in a not too dissimilar shade to Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2011, Honeysuckle.

Lonny has also changed it's publishing schedule for 2011. The bi-monthly magazine will publish it's first issue for 2011 in January.

Go to Lonny to enjoy a festive read.

Sandy K

[above image from Lonny]

Covet Garden Issue 4

Covet Garden Issue 4

Issue 4 of Covet Garden is out now. Always worth a look & as usual a great issue.

As a special treat this month, we get two issues! The 2nd issue for this month will be out on December 15th.

Sandy K

[above image via Covet Garden]

Rue - Holiday Nov/Dec 2010 Issue 2

Just a heads up. Issue 2 of Rue goes live shortly - 21st November (US time). Also, it's bigger than the first issue! How is that possible?

Click here to view.

Sandy K

[above image via Rue]

Covet Garden Issue 3

The team at Covet Garden have just released Issue 3. This issue takes a peek at the home of Dennis an art historian. Dennis' home combines two of my greatest loves, books & plants.

Go to Covet Garden to take a look.

Sandy K

[above cover image via Covet Garden]

Lonny Oct/Nov Issue (Anniversary Issue)

Lonny Oct/Nov 2010 - cover

Lonny's Oct/Nov 2010 issue is out now. This issue celebrates Lonny's 1st Birthday. Congratulations to all at Lonny.

Sandy K

[above image via Lonny]

Rue - Premiere Issue

cover

After weeks of waiting, Rue has finally arrived.This will have been all over the blogosphere by now, but I'll give you my thoughts anyhow.

I'm not a great fan of the cover, but look past this & oh my gosh, here is a magazine chock a block full of great spaces & wonderful articles. Editor in Chief & Co-Founder of Rue, Crystal Gentilello's Editor's letter emphasises the collaborative nature of the team behind the magazine. It is this spirit of community that is displayed throughout this marvellous production. The Rue team have set the bar high. Congratulations all round to the fantastic team that is Rue.

Here's a peek at some, there are many more, of my favourite bits from the issue:

Blogger side-by-side featuring Ronda Carman of All the Best and Holly Becker of decor8 

designed by Heather Clawson of Habitually Chic blog fame

Screen by Christiana Coop of Eden Coop interior design firm

two pics that I thought were interesting

Ritz-Carlton Residences in LA designed by Woodson + Rummerfield's House of Design

A vignette from the home Victoria Smith of sfgirlbybay blog fame

Victoria's bedside

Crystal Gentilello's bedroom

A gorgeous bathroom from the home of Julia Edelmann of Buckingham Interiors + Design

Two spaces from the Gillam home

Kitchen from the Oliver home

Hallway from the Oliver home

The magazine also has articles featuring or written by: interior designer Grant K. Gibson, writer & stylist Will Taylor of the blog Bright Bazaar, Megan Gonzalez of MaeMae Paperie, legendary designer Vicente Wolf who by the way has a fantastic blog, Emily Henderson winner of HGTV's design star & author of The Brass Petal blog, Toni Hacker & Ben Harnett of Hayden-Harnett accessories & apparel label & also designer Tobi Fairley. Phew, told you it was chockers!

Congratulations to Crystal Gentilello (Plush Palate), Anne Sage (The City Sage) - Co-founder & Executive Director, Caitlin Fleming (Sacramento Street) - Marketing Director & all the team at Rue for an absolutely brilliant first issue. Time to party like the Jen & Jamie, the force behind the vintage glam label ban.do above who also feature in this superb publication.

Sandy K

[all images via Rue]